What can be done about a crooked crown?

Conrad3000

Hi all.

I've decided to possibly go private and see what kind of solution(s) the dentist will give.

The crown's on the top tooth. I asked an NHS dentist what could be done and he mentioned a partial denture.

That's something I'm really not interested in, since I've got one for my lower-right molars. The feel is horrible; too bulky. I always take them out when I eat, otherwise I can't enjoy the food.

So as a layman, how correct am I in saying if it's possible to straighten the crown to it's original position, or would they have to take it off and put a new one in?

Thanks.

Toothsmith

Crowns do not usually 'move' on the tooth they're put on. 

It really is impossible to say what is going on without seeing it, seeing you and having x-rays. But I would have thought it incredibly unlikely that the same crown could have its position 'corrected' on the tooth. 

Conrad3000

Thanks TS. I think the tooth underneath the crown has moved over time. My fault really since I used to grind my teeth when working out. I didn't realise the problems that would cause later on.

So would the dentist first try to correct the position of the tooth *then* attach a new crown?

Toothsmith

I really can't offer an opinion on that - there are too many possibilities which depend on too many factors.

You need to be in a dentist's chair, and ask all the questions then.

Conrad3000

If the tooth under the crown *has* moved, how would that situation be remedied?

Toothsmith

Conrad3000 said:

If the tooth under the crown *has* moved, how would that situation be remedied?

Again - one line question that would take an essay to answer!!

It would depend on many factors to do with the tooth itself, the teeth around it, and the health of the bone supporting everything.

Your budget and preferences would also come into it.

You need to ask the dentist who is looking into your mouth for the possibilities you have.

Conrad3000

Hi again. I've booked to see a private dentist in about 3 weeks time. £50 it cost (I had to pay in advance).

TS, surely you can hint at what he might say?

Like a partial denture after removing the tooth underneath the crown, or a bridge? Even a new crown or implant?

brook2jack2

Without seeing you , your mouth , your X-rays , your dental history the answer to this question could run to a book , and that's not an exaggeration . 

Off the top of my head I can think of twenty different ways this could be approached depending on what is going on in your mouth . 

£50 is very cheap for a new patient private examination . Unfortunately you will have to wait to see what the dentist , who can see you , says. 

Conrad3000

Thanks brook. And hypothetically, would it be possible to use invisalign or any other method to straighten a crooked crown? Or would it need to be replaced in it's entirety?

Toothsmith

Just wait 3 weeks 

I'm not playing guessing games.

This is like playing 'Where's Wally' without the picture!

Conrad3000

Ok guys. I'll keep you updated.